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Hello Subscriber,
We would like to make residents aware that road resurfacing work will begin this Sunday on Coity Road, which is one of the main routes into Bridgend town centre.
The works will take place between Sunday 23 and Wednesday 26 June and a road closure will be in place on the Sunday from 8am-5pm.
Traffic control will then be in place Monday 24 - Wednesday 26 June from 9.30am - 3.30pm each day.
All works are weather dependent.
Visit our website for a full schedule of works for our road resurfacing programme.
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Organised Crime Group sentenced to immediate imprisonment following SRS investigation
Members of a South Wales Organised Crime Group, which sold illegal tobacco, cigarettes and Nitrous Oxide while money-laundering more than £1.5m, were recently sentenced at Swansea Crown Court to a total of 25 years of immediate imprisonment and 9 years as suspended sentences.
During the investigation, officers from Cardiff, and Bridgend and Vale of Glamorgan councils’ Shared Regulatory Services (SRS) seized £600,000 of illegal tobacco, based on market cost, along with £12,500 worth of Nitrous Oxide cannisters.
The operation against the gang began in February 2020, following intelligence that several shops in the South Wales area were selling illegal tobacco and Nitrous Oxide. Significant amounts of cigarettes and tobacco were seized initially, but the shops appeared to restock immediately, and continued to sell the illegal products to the local community, including children.
The criminal group operated their business from at least seven shops in South Wales, most were in Cardiff but shops in Barry and Bridgend were also used including:
- Apna Bazaar Bridgend Ltd, Dunraven Place, Bridgend
- Best European Food Ltd, Clifton Street, Cardiff
- Laz Mini Market. Clifton Street, Cardiff
- Barry Stores, Tynewydd Road, Barry
- European Shop, Holton Road, Barry
- World and Food Ltd, Holton Road, Barry
- European Mini Market, Tudor Street, Cardiff
The gang used the shops as a front, appearing to sell genuine products and other legitimate produce, but in fact, an intricate subterfuge was being carried out with flats above the shops and other hidden spaces used to hide huge amounts of illegal tobacco which was being sold to customers.
Visit our website for more information about the sentencing of an Organised Crime following an SRS investigation.
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Applications now open for Bridgend County Borough’s Business Start-up Fund
New small business in Bridgend County Borough can now apply for support from the Business Start-up Fund, which offers grants of between £250 and £4,000 to assist with many essential costs of running a business.
We deliver the scheme in partnership with UK Steel Enterprise to provide financial assistance to new or existing micro-businesses that are either already located or are planning to locate in Bridgend County Borough.
The initiative provides grant funding to cover costs such as capital equipment, website development, building works to business premises and computer equipment. In order to be eligible, businesses have to be within their first three years of trading, have fewer than ten employees and a turnover of less than £2 million.
The grant can provide funding of up to 50% for eligible projects costs. The minimum grant is £250 and the maximum grant available is £4,000. Therefore, the maximum project cost is £8,000 (excluding VAT).
Applications for the grant will close on Monday 8 July 2024, or sooner of the funds are allocated. Please note that the council will only consider a maximum of five items per application.
Visit our website for more information about the application process.
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Reminder: Love 2 Walk starts this weekend
We would like to remind residents that the popular Love 2 Walk Festival returns this weekend (22-30 June).
Local experts will be involved in many of the walks so expect to learn more about the Borough, its nature and history. As in previous years all walks are free of charge although some require booking in advance as places are limited so make sure you get your name down as they are sure to be popular.
The routes are graded and vary in difficulty and any participants are advised to dress appropriately. Locations include Newbridge Fields, Coytrahen Heritage Trail, Parc Slip, Garw Valley, Blackmill and more.
Booking is not essential but for more information, please contact email love2walk@bridgend.gov.uk or call 01656 642081.
The full Love 2 Walk schedule is available on our website.
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 Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Llangynwyd champions women’s football
Former Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Llangynwyd pupil, Tianna Teisar, who now plays for Wales Under 19s and Bristol City FC , was invited to return to the school to encourage more female students to succeed in the game.
Tianna hosted a training session for the Year 7 and 8 female football team at the school and said: “I was surprised at the number of girls involved in the session; when I was at school, there was just three of us playing football, now there is around 20 girls. It’s great to see how the game has developed in terms of equality.”
The school’s team all agreed that the visit was inspirational, allowing them to meet someone who has paved the way to where they would like to be in the sport.
Tianna has shown them that anything is possible if they work hard; that even if the path to where you wish to be isn’t clear, you can create your own path.
According to FA Wales, women’s football is the fastest growing sport across Europe and represents the largest area of growth in Welsh football. FAW’s Women and Girls’ Football Strategy 2021 -2026 highlights plans to develop the sport, aiming to have 20,000 women and girls playing by 2026.
Please visit our website to read more about Tianna Teisar’s special visit to Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Llangynwyd.
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 National Drowning Prevention Week!!
We are proud to be supporting the Royal Life Saving Society UK’s Drowning Prevention Week campaign from 15-22 June 2024.
Drowning is a leading cause of accidental child death; over 300 people accidentally drown every year in the UK and Ireland.
No child should drown, and with the right water safety education – such as knowledge of the Water Safety Code – accidental drownings are preventable. Drowning Prevention Week is deliberately timed ahead of the school summer holidays when children spend more time outdoors and when vital water safety skills can help keep children safe.
Get involved and give our children the skills to enjoy a lifetime of fun in the water!
To find out more visit the RLSS website.
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Reminder: Lay/Independent member vacancy for Governance and Audit Committee
Our Governance and Audit Committee are currently advertising for a lay (Independent) member and anyone interested can now visit our website for more information about how to apply.
The statutory committee seeks to provide independent assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of the risk management framework, internal control environment, performance assessment, complaints handling and integrity of the financial reporting and governance processes.
There are around six meetings a year and they are currently being held on a hybrid basis which allows members the choice to attend in person or remotely.
To qualify as a lay/independent member, individuals must not be a current local authority elected member or officer, the spouse/civil partner of an elected member or officer and a period of 12 months must have passed if any applicant has previously been an officer or member (Ending on date of appointment).
A detailed knowledge of local government is not necessary although it would be expected that potential candidates would be interested in matters relating to public life and services.
If you have an interest or experience in governance, audit, performance or risk management and want to help the Council ensure that it is governed effectively, you can now visit our website to find out more about the application process.
Closing date: Wednesday 26 June 2024
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New home for Bridgend Carers Centre
Bridgend Carers Centre have officially opened the doors of their new home at Bethlehem Church Life Centre in Cefn Cribwr.
The charity has provided advice and support to thousands of local unpaid carers for over 20 years.
Weekly activities for carers at their new base include:
- Drop in community coffee morning.
- Bereavement Group for people experiencing grief.
- Yoga exercise classes led by an instructor.
- Lego club for disabled children & their siblings.
Please visit the Bridgend Carers Centre website for more information.
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 Give blood and save lives!
The need for blood has never been more important. Can you help? Welsh Blood Service need more people from the Bridgend area to sign up as donors to help patients across Wales.
Appointments are available at:
- 27 June- Tesco Extra Bridgend
- 11 July- Princess of Wales Hospital
- 19 July- Bridgend Masonic Hall
Please be advised that if you have recently had a Covid-19 vaccination, then you must wait two days before making a blood donation.
Book your appointment to help save lives today.
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 We are recruiting!
We have several exciting job opportunities available and are currently recruiting for the following positions:
- Parking Services Manager
- Green Space Operative
- Family Support Services Manager
- Rights of Way and Access Land Officer
- Home Care/Support Worker
Find out more about current vacancies and apply online today.
Sign up to our new weekly jobs bulletin to be the first to know about our latest job opportunities.
The bulletin will be sent straight to your inbox, all you need to do is sign up online.
Find out more and sign up online today!
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Emergency support is available
We would also like to remind residents that a range of emergency support continues to be available:
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